Polaris 2008 Ranger RZR - Manual (Page 13)

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SAFETY
Rider Safety
• Read this manual and all labels carefully. Follow the operating proce-
dures described.
• Never carry a passenger until you have operated this vehicle for at
least two hours and have completed the New Operator Driving Proce-
dures outlined on pages 60-61.
• Operation is prohibited for anyone under 16 years of age or anyone
without a valid driver’s license. Never operate with a passenger under
the age of 12. Make sure any passenger is tall enough to comfortably
and safely reach the hand holds and place both feet on the floor.
• Riders should wear seat belts at all times. Seat belts reduce the sever-
ity of injury in the event of a sudden stop or accident.
• Always use the cab nets while operating the vehicle.
• Helmets and eye protection are required for both operator and passen-
ger at all times.
• Always keep hands and feet inside the vehicle at all times.
• Never allow a passenger to ride in the cargo box. Never carry more
than one passenger.
• Never permit a guest to operate this vehicle unless the guest has read
this manual and all product labels, and has completed the New Opera-
tor Driving Procedures outlined on pages 60-61.
• To reduce tipover risk, be especially careful when encountering
obstacles and slopes and when braking on hills or during turns.
• Never operate with accessories not approved by Polaris for use on
this vehicle. Non-approved accessories may seriously affect vehicle
stability and could cause the vehicle to overturn.
WARNING
Failure to follow the warnings contained in this manual can result in severe
injury or death.
Your Polaris vehicle is not a toy and can be hazardous to operate. This
vehicle handles differently than cars, trucks or other off-road vehicles. A
collision or rollover can occur quickly, even during routine maneuvers like
turning, or driving on hills or over obstacles, if you fail to take proper
precautions.
Read and understand your owner's manual and all warnings before operating
the vehicle. Always heed the following instructions and procedures, which
are outlined in further detail within your owner's manual.